MP Judy Foote said the extended fishery will be beneficial for the province. (Adrian Wyld/Canadian Press)"Today's announcement reflects our government's commitment to honouring the peoples' deep historical and cultural attachment to the cod fishery in this province," she said. Beginning this summer, Newfoundland and Labrador's recreational cod fishery will be extended for residents and tour boat operators, with a series of weekends added to the schedule when anyone can legally catch a fish for dinner. The new dates also apply to tour boat operators, who will be able to apply for a licence to seek an increased trip limit. Foote, the MP for Bonavista-Burin-Trinity and Newfoundland and Labrador's federal cabinet representative, said in a statement that the extended fishery will be beneficial for the province.

Source: CBC News May 20, 2016 07:48 UTC